Ryley & Kaylar
With a decade of performing in bands, writing music, and scoring films together, Ryley & Kaylar have become one of Vancouver's most prominent music duos and experts of vibe. Together they delight in throwing every genre into the blender, including jazz, RnB, funk, blues, hip-hop, classical, and pop, then turning the dial to maximum. The result is an intimate and relaxed reimagining of stripped down favourites from across the ages, infused with a unique blend of vintage simplicity and elegant modernity.
When not performing across the lower mainland as an instrumental duo, the two are often found lighting up the stage with rage-funk atomic dance party, Raincity.
Sam Chimes
Sam Chimes is an Afro-Canadian jazzy hip hop music artist. He is an international street performer, producer, and DJ who has ventured around the world twice, supported by his music. With over 1,000 performances and 2,000+ hours of performance time, Sam Chimes is the performer to bring your event to life.
At just nine years old, Chimes started piano lessons which would only last two weeks. It was these two weeks that would affect the rest of his life. In High School he joined various jazz music classes and went on various experiential field trips which undoubtedly affected his musical style.
Gnarfunkel
Gnarfunkel is a Vancouver-based band making waves with their electrifying live shows and unique melangé of musical styles. Fronted by two animalistic lead singers and backed by a tight, funky rhythm section, they take audiences on an energetic journey through time and space. Their sound incorporates elements of rock, hip hop, Latin, psychedelia, and Eastern music in a sound they dub “Gnar Funk” with each band member playing a large range of eclectic instruments.
Gnarfunkel expanded their artistic soundscape with two new singles in summer 2021. “Show Me” is an indie soul tune featuring horns and a groovy beat and “Full Flower Moon” is a world folk tune featuring acoustic guitar, sitar and other Indian instruments. Gnarfunkel recorded their debut album “Gnarnia” under the guidance of Juno-nominated producer Tom Dobrzanski. A number of singles from this album will be released in early 2022, including fan favourite “A Million Monkeys”. “Gnarnia” will be released in May 2022 in a limited edition vinyl pressing and will be supported by a Canadian tour.
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